Episode 100 – Advocacy and Activism

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Angela Little @angmlittle and Craig McVay @mcvay51

Overview of chat topic

Advocacy and Activism

Questions from the chat:

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Let’s get started! @mcvay51 #oklaed pic.twitter.com/DABsyslBYN

— Angela Clark Little (@angmlittle) June 10, 2019

A1. IMO, an advocate supports a cause publicly. An activist works to create change for the issue. #oklaed https://t.co/0spoWA4GNn

— Stephanie Bice (@stephaniebice) June 10, 2019

A1 – Well, by definition an activist does the political work and an advocate champions a cause. I think both are essential for ensuring the best for our students. #oklaed https://t.co/JOZknb8aqN

— Shari Gateley (@ShariGateley) June 10, 2019

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@mcvay51 #oklaed pic.twitter.com/W7G856uSnt

— Angela Clark Little (@angmlittle) June 10, 2019

A2 – It depends on the situation. Sometimes, the people in the system need to be changed making activism essential. Sometimes you have to force their hand (ie – the walkout). They aren't mutually exclusive. All depends on the political climate & who is willing to listen #oklaed https://t.co/FgIUBNC2SA

— Shari Gateley (@ShariGateley) June 10, 2019

A2 – Not sure I agree with the dichotomy here. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was clearly an activist for Civil Rights but he was also advocating behind the scenes with JFK, LBJ, RFK, countless legislators, etc. Successful movements require both equally. #oklaed https://t.co/eKuDWpbaxi

— Todd Gragg (@MrGragg) June 10, 2019

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@mcvay51 #oklaed pic.twitter.com/db0gsTQkCB

— Angela Clark Little (@angmlittle) June 10, 2019

A3 – This assumption flies in the face of what is happening across much of the country Take criminal justice reform. People listen to a podcast, get motivated & then get involved. Activism is leading to advocacy. The change begins outside not inside #oklaed

— Todd Gragg (@MrGragg) June 10, 2019

A3: teacher perspective, I feel like there is much that can be modified from within the teaching profession, attitudes, behaviors, even policy so we must focus on what we can do in our own industry "within the system" and work to change the perception and support without #OklaEd

— Renee Bell (@Biobellrocks) June 10, 2019

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@mcvay51 #oklaed pic.twitter.com/uVRovGT13C

— Angela Clark Little (@angmlittle) June 10, 2019

A4: I feel as if these questions are targeting people. Jk but really, social media is an open platform and anyone is free to mute or block at any moment. We should be able to ask the tough ?’s, They don’t have to respond. #oklaed

— Kimberly Blodgett (@KimberBlodgett) June 10, 2019

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@mcvay51 #oklaed pic.twitter.com/9vaQbpbyqQ

— Angela Clark Little (@angmlittle) June 10, 2019

A5) It is never about test scores. We educate individuals and if we do our work diligently and give our efforts then tests scores take care of themself. Chasing test scores does not advocate for our students. #OklaEd https://t.co/Wdb139GEGT

— Jack Reed (@jlreed2011) June 10, 2019

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